Brazil’s Peterson Crisanto won the historic 50th edition of The Ballito Pro presented by Billabong in front of a jam packed Willard Beach, defeating Australia’s Jack Freestone in a surfing final memorable for the pristine waves, picture perfect conditions and huge crowds. Crisanto barely put a foot wrong in the 35 minute final, starting with a mid- range 5.50 out of ...
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The young blood on the World Surf Qualifying Series were on fire on Day 4 of the Ballito Pro presented by Billabong, ousting the more established stars as they chased the massive 10,000 points on offer in the first QS10,000 rated event of the year. The day’s action kicked off early in funky one meter low tide waves and light crosswinds, but ...
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It was a dramatic end to the 2015 JBay Open with the shark incident with Mick Fanning during the opening stages of his final against Julian Wilson calling an end to competition. The scene unfolded on the live feed as the Australian fought off the animal and began to swim back to shore. Wilson paddled over to assist. The safety team ...
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Over the last week the area of Ballito in KZN was taken over by the festivities and action of the 2015 Ballito Pro surfing contest presented by Billabong. The world’s best surfers gathered to compete in this prestigious event. The final came down to Alejo Muniz from Brazil against Davey Cathels from Australia. Held in pristine 1 to 1.5 metre ...
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The final day of the J Bay Open saw some of the best surfing and conditions pump through the whole day. Mick Fanning took on fellow Australian Joel Parkinson in a hard-fought final and was crowned the event champion. Thousands of fans gathered to witness the final 12 surfers battle it out in flawless 6 to 10 foot surf. It ...
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